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Things I’ve Learned And LINKs (bottom of page) to Helpful Resources. I’ve learned that nobody gets off scott-free. The death of one of my daughters at the age of 19 smacked me down to a place I never knew existed and climbing out of that hole has taken me to places I know were meant for me to visit. Why? I have no idea. How long will it take to heal? There is NO such thing. In Molly’s memory I promise to engage her youthful exuberant spirit into my daily life. As E.E. Cummings said: “I carry your heart with me”. For the last two years I have hosted a Facebook wall(s) for bereaved parents. 1) A New Journey (public wall/2000+ subscribers) and 2) A new Journey (private wall/small group) for parents who want a private place to pour out their feelings. The name of this Blog, My Big Red Shoe, is a spin-off of my original personal blog dedicated to Molly. Some of those posts are shared below:

After The First Year Things to expect after the first year anniversary of your child’s death. Many are not prepared for it.

Quit Expecting Me To Get Over This : A discussion of the road travelled by bereaved parents and the ease in which they can fall into a perpetual dark place. Video of Dr. Pilstick as he explains his view of this type of loss.

Video Of A Mother’s Journey Of Grief: 2 videos. 1)Cynthia Seefahrt talks about her journey after her son died in a mountain climbing accident. 2) A clip from the documentary ‘Space Between Breaths’, interviewing parents who are trying to find their way after losing a child.

The Day the Music Died Insights about the simple joys that are lost when a child dies. Words of comfort by a best selling author who discusses what has happened and how to face the challenges of the future.

A 2005 Study Shows 76% of Physicians Believe In An Afterlife Doctors and hospice workers spend inordinate amounts of time with children and adults who pass. Many have shared their extraordinary experiences with death. Additionally, much research has been done on near-death-experiences as well as the ability of certain individuals to communicate with those who’ve crossed from this plane to the next

Why Me? Thoughts in response to the questions that will never have a satisfactory answer.

A Mother’s Connection Selected remarks made by Sandy Wiltshire at the conclusion of her book, My Gift of Light. Her journey and search for meaning, after the loss of her daughter, was not only unique but interesting. An eye opener.

I Dream Of Jeannie’s Nightmare : Barbara Eden, star of the sit-com rerun favorite I Dream Of Jeannie is interviewed about her son’s death. Also included is an interview with Donny Osmond talking about is sister Marie in the aftermath of her son’s suicide.

He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother The story of a manwho saw a ‘need’ and did something to help. As bereaved parents the love we have for our child never dies. Within it lies the power of positve energy. That energy can be used in so many ways to help others. This energy/love has often been called a ‘giving’ memorial

The Original Vessel The Original Vessel is described in honor of a single father named Howard, whose only daughter, Lori, had been murdered. For years after it happened, Howard lost interest in everything he once valued. He felt ‘completely gutted’ inside and could not………….(discussion of how to get through it)

-Soul Shift – by Mark Ireland -The Shack – by William Paul Young -Lessons from the Light – George Anderson -Blessings From The Other Side – Sylvia Browne -Embraced By The Light – Betty Eadie -Start The Conversation – Ganga Stone -Tear Soup – Pat Schwiebert and Chuck Deklyen -A Grief Observed – C.S. Lewis -Where Wonders Prevail – Joan Wester Anderson -Seven Steps To Heaven – Miles Davis -The Space Between Breaths (DVR documentary about losing a child) -A Grace Disguised – Jerry Sittser -Your Eternal Self – Craig Hogan -Visitations From The Afterlife – Lee Lawson -Streams in the Desert – L.B. Cowman (great devotions) -No Time For Goodbyes 1 by Janice Harris LordThese titles represent both biblical perspectives as well as non-biblical.Your local library is a wonderful place to request titles……..at no cost. Amazon.com is an online bookseller and ‘used’ books can be purchased at a discount. ♥*We share so many similarities but we also find comfort in unique ways. Some books will appeal to one person and not another. Seek. Marsha